Design a PC/Server for ROON and HQ Player

[Urs]

I have not decided yet for a new machine. Old machine's case is something from Antec's line.

 

For new MoBo I was planning to use ASUS Sabertooth Z170 Mark 1.

 

For PSU I was thinking the fanless Seasonic too.

 

Yes, ASUS Sabertooth Z170 Mark 1, is well worth a thought. The only thing, which I find disturbing are the two little MB fans, as part of the sabertooth cooling concept. I assume, one can leave these disconnected... but then one has probably less heat to fight with another MB.

[Urs]

2 hours ago, tboooe said:

 

 

Hi guys, just curious if you have found out more about whether or not the cooling fans on this motherboard can be left off?  I want to upgrade my fanless server to an i7-7700 (I currently have an i7-3770s) and need to find the best motherboard possible.  @Miska has pointed out that this board has some high quality components.  

 

Are there any other motherboards I should consider that has comparable high quality components?

The cooling fans (little MB fans) are not necessary. I am using this board since late 2015, without those fans and even better... without the slightest problems.